What are the responsibilities and job description for the Radiologic / Lithotripsy Technologist - Full Time position at UMS - United Medical Systems?
About Us:
United Medical Systems is a mobile healthcare services company offering shared service programs with an emphasis on delivering advanced technologies and cost- efficient solutions in the clinical areas of Urology. We are confident our partners, including healthcare facilities, physicians and their patients, all benefit from the enhanced medical capabilities that UMS provide. It is our dedicated and accomplished clinical and service teams that promote our goals and ensure the well-being of our customers nationwide.
Essential Functions of Lithotripsy / Radiology Technologist
- Operate lithotripter at assigned site in a manner that ensures patient safety while assisting urologist to provide a quality lithotripsy treatment.
- Operate C-arm, fluoroscopy equipment as applicable during lithotripsy.
- Perform documentation and data entry of lithotripsy procedures.
- Complete daily patient log and provide to UMS accounting personnel and facility personnel, as applicable.
- Perform daily quality control verification on lithotripter and document.
- Ask the urologist for direction as to treatment strategy and parameters for each lithotripsy procedure.
- Utilize as Low as Reasonably Achievable (ALARA) principles to minimize x-ray exposure to UMS personnel, patient, physician, and facility staff and maintain high quality radiological procedures.
- Assess equipment malfunction, contact appropriate support, troubleshoot, document all actions, and provide information to Regional Manager and other personnel as directed.
- Must become proficient with anatomy and locating kidney stones on x-rays and fluoroscopy.
Education, Credentials, Licenses of Lithotripsy / Radiology Technologist
- Graduate of approved School of Radiologic Technology.
- Must have current ARRT certification and state licensure, as applicable. Current Healthcare provider Basic Life Support (BLS) or required to be completed within thirty (30) days of employment.
- It is the R.T.’s responsibility to assure all required licensure and/or certification is maintained and current.
Specialized Knowledge of Lithotripsy / Radiology Technologist:
- C-arm and fluoroscopy experience required
- Shockwave Lithotripsy (SWL) experience desired
- Knowledge of computers desired
Kind and Length of Experience:
- One year of R.T. experience desired
Benefits:
- Medical insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Fully Paid STD/LTD Insurance
- Fully Paid 2x Basic life Insurance
- 401k with excellent company match
- Paid Vacation/sick/personal Time
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